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How to Wirelessly Connect an Xbox to the Internet

There are two ways to connect an Xbox 360 gaming console to the Internet: a wired connection or a wireless connection. A wired connection is always faster because it creates a direct connection between the console and a modem or router, via an Ethernet cable. However, sometimes this might not be possible, for example, if your Xbox 360 is located too far from a hub. In such a case, you must connect wirelessly, using the Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter.

Things You'll Need

Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter

Instructions

- 1
  Turn off the Xbox 360 console.
- 2
  Plug the adapter's USB power cord into the Xbox 360's USB port, located on the back of the console above the Ethernet port.
- 3
  Disconnect any Ethernet cable from the console if applicable.
- 4
  Latch the adapter to the console by plugging the adapter's two flaps into the two holes just above the USB port you plugged the adapter into.
- 5
  Power on the Xbox 360 console and press the "Guide" button on the controller to open a menu.
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  Scroll to the "Settings" tab then choose "System Settings" from the menu.
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  Choose "Network Settings." This opens a new menu where you can view and edit your console's network connections.
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  Select "Configure Network." This menu allows you to view your wireless connections, among numerous other things.
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  Choose "Wireless Mode." You will have two options: "Windows Connect Now," which connects the console to a Windows-based computer, or "Scan for Networks," which is what you want.
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  Choose "Scan for Networks." The adapter searches for available wireless networks for a few seconds. It will deliver a results list upon search completion.
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  Choose your wireless Internet connection from the list and enter its password.

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